Wilmington cocktail bar gains national recognition
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Blind Elephant has been a mainstay on Wilmington’s bar scene for years, but you may have never heard of it. Tucked away in the alley between Port City Java and Front Street Brewery on Front Street, the cocktail lounge is a true speakeasy. Customers will need to purchase a membership for...
‘India Day’ in Wilmington celebrates identity, tradition, and culture
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Saturday the Cape Fear Cultural Association of India held ‘India Day’ at the Harrelson Center in downtown Wilmington. The cultural celebration brought people together through Indian music, food, performances and more. There were numerous tables set up allowing the community to explore the...
Coastal Flooding Threatens Wilmington’s USS North Carolina Road Area Friday Afternoon
WILMINGTON, N.C. — A coastal flood advisory is in effect for downtown Wilmington this afternoon, as high tide near the Cape Fear River is expected to bring minor street flooding and potential travel delays along USS North Carolina Road and surrounding areas. Flood Risk From 2 to 5 p.m....
Police responding to multi-car crash on MLK Jr. Parkway
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -The Wilmington Police Department is responding to a three-car crash on MLK Jr. Parkway. The crash was reported just before 1:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 near the intersection of the Isabel Holmes Bridge and 3rd Street. The WPD spokesperson says no serious injuries have been reported. All...
‘Single Question Rally’ seeks answers from UNCW’s chancellor
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Minority Citizens for Fiscal Transparency, a newly founded watchdog group, held a ‘Single Question Rally’ on College Road during UNCW’s move-in day. The goal is to sit down with Chancellor Aswani Volety to ask him a question regarding construction...
4 Shipwrecks Found in North Carolina, Including Spanish Ship Attacked in 1748
In the marshes of Brunswick County, North Carolina, archaeologists hit the jackpot. Over just two months, researchers from East Carolina University unearthed the remains of four long-forgotten vessels along the shoreline of the Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, also known as BTFA, a place rich in...
Avelo Airlines adds Punta Cana and West Palm Beach routes from ILM
Avelo Airlines will expand its service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) with two new nonstop routes: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and West Palm Beach, Florida. The airline is the only carrier offering nonstop service from ILM to both destinations. Service to West Palm Beach will begin November 20, 2025,...
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority to close lanes around North Kerr Avenue over weekend
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) is closing lanes on North Kerr Avenue over the weekend. According to a news release, crews will be paving the road, with the westbound and center lanes closing near the intersection at Blue Clay Road. Traffic will move in...
Prescribed burn scheduled for Halyburton Park next week
Officers responded to Kerr Crossing Apartments for a dispute between a brother and a sister at around 4:30 a.m. on Aug. 15. SWAT, police in standoff with wanted suspect at Kerr Crossing Apartments. Updated: 14 minutes ago. Officers responded to Kerr Crossing Apartments for a dispute between a brother and...
Orlando Jones to host benefit comedy show in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Veteran actor and comedian Orlando Jones is coming back to Wilmington to host a benefit comedy show. The Stand Up for OOPS Comedy Show will start at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 22 at The Terraces at Sir Tyler, and will benefit the OOPS Foundation, an organization that helps highly at-risk...
